EP 17: Unveiling Parking Challenges with Brandy Stanley, CAPP and Cross-Sector Innovations with Toph Day

We had seasoned parking professional Brandy Stanley, CAPP on the show to share her incredible ascension within the parking industry. 

Brandy, with over 30 years in the parking industry, shares her journey from a valet to a VP role at FLASH, discussing industry challenges, technological advancements, and community importance.

In segment two, Toph Day highlights Rally (use code: rallytoph to get a discounted ticket) and all the things that make this conference one-of-a-kind. He also shares insights into cross-sector collaborations, education shifts, and Indiana's new growth-stage fund supporting scaling companies.

Here are some key takeaways from this episode:

• Innovative ways to implement technology in the parking industry
• Tips and tricks to building and leveraging community
• Cross-sector collaboration and creative convergence and why it matters

Be sure to check out these great clips from the show:

Segment One: Brandy Stanley

• Meet Brandy Stanley (00:21)
• Brandy's Career Journey (01:52)
• Valet Stories and Career Reflections (05:22)
• Challenges in the Parking Industry (08:52)
• Engaging with Elected Officials (13:55)
• Technology and Parking (18:31)
• Personal Stories and Fun Questions (23:30)
• Lightning Round and Final Thoughts (29:31)
• Discovering Passion and Career Reflections (40:58)
• Gratitude for the Parking Industry (41:13)
• Acknowledging Contributions and Closing Remarks (42:17)

FUSION25 User Conference Announcement (43:08)

Segment Two: Toph Day

• Toph’s Entrepreneurial Journey (45:52)
• Elevate Ventures and Indiana's Innovation Ecosystem (48:27)
• The Importance of Community and Acceleration (54:31)
• Challenges and Strategies in Venture Capital (01:00:31)
• Rally Innovation Conference Highlights (01:07:54)

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